Childhood and Education Journey of Carmelo Anthony in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Carmelo Anthony. A timeline of key moments.

Carmelo Anthony is a retired American professional basketball player celebrated for his scoring prowess and decorated career. A ten-time NBA All-Star and six-time All-NBA Team selection, he led Syracuse University to a national championship in 2003, earning the NCAA Tournament's Most Outstanding Player award. After 19 seasons in the NBA, Anthony was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team. He is set to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame twice in 2025, both individually and as part of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

May 29, 1984: Carmelo Anthony's Birth

On May 29, 1984, Carmelo Kyam Anthony was born. He later became a professional basketball player.

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1999: Growth Spurt

During the summer of 1999, Carmelo Anthony grew 5 inches, reaching a height of 6-foot-5-inch.

2000: Transfer Considerations

In 2000, Carmelo Anthony's mother considered transferring him to a different school due to his dropping grades.

2001: AAU Tournament and Transfer to Oak Hill Academy

During the summer of 2001, Carmelo Anthony led an AAU Baltimore Select team to the Final Four of the Adidas Big Time Tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada. Later, he transferred to Oak Hill Academy for his senior year.

2001: Baltimore Sun's Metro Player of the Year

In 2001, Carmelo Anthony was named The Baltimore Sun's metro player of the year, as well as Baltimore Catholic League player of the year.

2001: Oak Hill Academy Campaign

In 2001, Oak Hill Academy started the 2001-02 campaign boasting a 42-game winning streak.

2002: Season at Syracuse University

During the 2002-03 season, Carmelo Anthony played one season at Syracuse University.

2002: McDonald's All-American Game and Jordan Brand Classic

In 2002, Carmelo Anthony played in the Jordan Brand Classic, scoring a game-high 27 points, and the 2002 McDonald's All-American Game, where he scored 19 points and won the Sprite Slam Jam dunk contest.

2003: NCAA Tournament Title and Most Outstanding Player Award

In 2003, Carmelo Anthony helped guide the Syracuse Orangemen to their first ever NCAA tournament title and earned the tournament's Most Outstanding Player Award.

2003: National Championship with Syracuse Orange

In 2003, Carmelo Anthony, as a freshman playing for the Syracuse Orange, won the NCAA national championship and was named the NCAA Tournament's Most Outstanding Player.

2003: Declared for NBA Draft

In 2003, after accomplishing his goals at Syracuse, Carmelo Anthony declared himself eligible for the NBA draft.

2004: Engagement to La La Vazquez

In 2004, Carmelo Anthony became engaged to Alani "La La" Vazquez.

February 2, 2007: Anthony involved in a car accident with teammate

On February 2, 2007, Carmelo Anthony and teammate J.R. Smith were involved in a minor car accident where neither player was injured; the car driven by Smith belonged to Anthony.

March 7, 2007: Birth of Son Kiyan

On March 7, 2007, Carmelo Anthony and La La Vazquez welcomed their son, Kiyan Carmelo Anthony.

July 10, 2010: Marriage to La La Vazquez

On July 10, 2010, Carmelo Anthony married La La Vazquez in New York City. The VH1 network filmed the ceremony for a reality series called "La La's Full Court Wedding."

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